“I am absolutely delighted to have announced Nile Rodgers today. It’s a long time career ambition of mine to work with Nile and he brings huge star quality to the show,” said Ellis.

“This concert is about so much more than one act, it’s all about the collaborations and presentation. I can’t wait to see it all come to life when September rolls around. Golf, music and arts fans alike are in for an incredible evening of entertainment”.

Who else is on the bill?

The concert is being promoted as ‘The Brits meets The Proms’

Four of Scotland’s national arts bodies, Scottish Ballet, RSNO, National Theatre of Scotland and Scottish Opera will perform on the same bill for the first time.

Teams to get up on stage

Both the European and American teams will be welcomed on stage during the concert, and Mike Cantlay, chairman of VisitScotland, is sure it will be a moment to live long in the memory.

“The Ryder Cup is one of the biggest billings in world sport,” said Cantlay. “So we had to ensure this one off Gala Concert was exceptional in its own right, celebrating the arrival of this spectacular golfing tournament to Scotland in style.

“The entire European and US Ryder Cup teams will be present and introduced on stage by their eminent captains.

“So the stage is set, and the unique warmth of a Glasgow welcome, so appreciated by visitors during the Commonwealth Games, will ensure an absolutely unforgettable evening.”